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Study of a solar PV-diesel-battery hybrid power system for a remotely located population near Rafha, Saudi Arabia

Abstract: 
This study attempts to explore the possibility of utilizting solar power to reduce the dependence on fossil fuel for power generation to meet energy requirement of a small village Rowdat Ben Habbas located in the north eastern part of the KSA. The results show that with increasing fuel price, the diesel only system will become un-econimical compared to that of integrated PV-diesel-battery system. This paper recommended that a demonstration hybrid power system with 20% solar PV generation should be developed and practical aspects of the development, operation, maintenance and improvement should be studied.
Author: 
Shafiqur Rehman;Luai M. Al-Hadhrami
Institution: 
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
Year: 
2010
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Industry Focus: 
Energy
Country: 
Saudi Arabia
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